Andrews (72.3 km)
Located a short distance northwest of Bashaw, this 80-acre natural area features a mix of grassland, wetlands, and aspen groves. The habitat supports wildlife such as moose, mule deer, white-tailed deer, and a variety of birds, including the Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Lesser Scaup, Ruddy Duck, Horned Grebe, Sora, American Coot, Downy Woodpecker, Eastern Kingbird, Red-eyed Vireo, American Goldfinch, Yellow Warbler, and LeConte's Sparrow. The wetlands are home to willow thickets and red-osier dogwood, while the surrounding grasslands contain species like alfalfa, sweet clover, and goldenbean. Although there are no official trails, the site is ideal for winter activities such as snowshoeing. Please note that the area is day-use only, with no open fires allowed. Livestock may be present, and access is limited to foot traffic. For more information, contact Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) at 403-352-9395.
Access: From Bashaw, head north on Highway 53, west on Township Road 424, then south on Range Road 211. The site will be on the west side in 1.8 km.
Partners: DUC
Alberta Discover Guide: E3-112
Located a short distance northwest of Bashaw, this 80-acre natural area features a mix of grassland, wetlands, and aspen groves. The habitat supports wildlife such as moose, mule deer, white-tailed deer, and a variety of birds, including the Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Lesser Scaup, Ruddy Duck, Horned Grebe, Sora, American Coot, Downy Woodpecker, Eastern Kingbird, Red-eyed Vireo, American Goldfinch, Yellow Warbler, and LeConte's Sparrow. The wetlands are home to willow thickets and red-osier dogwood, while the surrounding grasslands contain species like alfalfa, sweet clover, and goldenbean. Although there are no official trails, the site is ideal for winter activities such as snowshoeing. Please note that the area is day-use only, with no open fires allowed. Livestock may be present, and access is limited to foot traffic. For more information, contact Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) at 403-352-9395.
Access: From Bashaw, head north on Highway 53, west on Township Road 424, then south on Range Road 211. The site will be on the west side in 1.8 km.
Partners: DUC
Alberta Discover Guide: E3-112
